Book description
Drawn from the cutting-edge frontiers of science, This Explains Everything will revolutionize your understanding of the world.What is your favorite deep, elegant, or beautiful explanation? This is the question John Brockman, publisher of Edge.org ("The world's smartest website"-The Guardian), posed to the world's most influential minds. Flowing from the horizons of physics, economics, psychology, neuroscience, and more, This Explains Everything presents 150 of the most surprising and brilliant theories of the way of our minds, societies, and universe work.Jared Diamond on biological electricity Nassim Nicholas Taleb on positive stress Steven Pinker on the deep genetic roots of human conflict Richard Dawkins on pattern recognition Nobel Prize-winning physicist Frank Wilczek on simplicity Lisa Randall on the Higgs mechanism BRIAN Eno on the limits of intuition Richard Thaler on the power of commitment V. S. Ramachandran on the "neural code" of consciousness Nobel Prize winner ERIC KANDEL on the power of psychotherapy Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi on "Lord Acton's Dictum" Lawrence M. Krauss on the unification of electricity and magnetism plus contributions by Martin J. Rees Kevin Kelly Clay Shirky Daniel C. Dennett Sherry Turkle Philip Zimbardo Lee Smolin Rebecca Newberger Goldstein Seth Lloyd Stewart Brand George Dyson Matt Ridley
Mad Rascal
ListenBook's integration with AirDrop and sharing options makes it simple to spread the joy of storytelling. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a delightful feature. Sharing is caring!
SmartieQuest
The narrator's voices are so engaging, it's like having a personal storytelling session. Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's thoughtful features, such as auto-rewind and chapter navigation, cater perfectly to our storytelling cravings. 🎉📚 ListenBook's library organization keeps my audiobooks neat and accessible. A true organizational lifesaver!
Mercury Reborn
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White Dragon
ListenBook's sharing options make it easy for me to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts. Supports extensive playlists and bookmarks. Very user-friendly. The app’s design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player.
DreamWeaver
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Dredd
The ability to listen to books while multitasking is a game-changer for me. Library organization has never been easier thanks to ListenBook. My collection is well-managed. The app's versatility in audio downloading is unmatched. It's a comprehensive solution for my audiobook needs. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
Fire Bite
I've never been so excited about my daily commute – thanks to this app. I'm rediscovering my love for literature through this app – it's revitalizing. ListenBook's features make it the ultimate audio companion for any audiobook enthusiast. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is amazing. ListenBook is top-notch. ListenBook has completely transformed how I enjoy audiobooks. The chapter navigation is seamless, and the statistics feature is a fun way to track my listening progress. The app is stable, fast, and incredibly user-friendly. Five stars!
Crash Test
I've become a more empathetic listener and reader, thanks to the power of audiobooks. ListenBook Pro takes my experience to the next level. Unlimited audiobook length, noise reduction, and voice tone adjustment? Count me in! ListenBook is a must-have for any audiobook enthusiast. It's reliable, efficient, and a pleasure to use. I’m so impressed with ListenBook. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Highly recommend this app!
Hobo Samurai
I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my daily dose of literary magic. I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my passport to countless stories.
Scrapper
CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to curate customized listening sessions, whether for study, relaxation, or entertainment. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my audiobook library look organized and visually appealing.
Pixie Taze
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57 Pixels
Listening to audiobooks has become a ritual, thanks to this incredible app. With this app, I've unlocked the secret to reading even on the busiest days.
Mule Lock
Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks is a hassle-free process, regardless of the source. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun and interactive way to bond over stories. The app is perfect for road trips. It keeps me entertained for hours. The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices.
Hemlock
Audiobooks have made long flights feel like a breeze – a true travel essential. ListenBook's audio filters are a fantastic addition, enhancing the sound quality of my audio files. This app has given me the joy of reading even when my hands are full. I can't imagine my audio routine without ListenBook's seamless and user-friendly design. I've recommended this app to all my fellow audiobook enthusiasts. It's a game-changer!
Papa Smurf
The app's design is sleek and modern – it's a pleasure to navigate. What a fantastic listening experience! The narrator brought the characters to life with distinct voices and emotional depth. The pacing was perfect - not too fast to lose details, not too slow to become boring. I particularly appreciated how well the narrator conveyed the atmosphere of key scenes.
Dallas Foxface
I love that I can switch between devices seamlessly and continue where I left off. This app has reignited my love for literature in the most delightful way. This app has transformed my screen time into valuable learning and entertainment. With this app, I can dive into captivating narratives while cooking, cleaning, or commuting – pure magic! The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
Freesia
The ability to download audio from network devices directly within ListenBook is incredibly convenient. ListenBook has become my trusted companion, making even the busiest days enjoyable. With this app, I've rediscovered the joy of literature during my daily walks – it's truly invigorating. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature from web browsers is incredibly convenient. Downloading audiobooks has never been this easy. ListenBook’s audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience.
Y0dler
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch has made my listening experience even more seamless. Automated metadata extraction is a time-saver. My library is so organized now. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a bonding experience made easy through AirDrop and sharing options.
High Deck
Navigating audiobooks seamlessly – this app's design is top-notch. Navigating through chapters is a breeze. It's like having a personal reading guide. Downloading books directly in the app is so easy. Highly recommend!
Rink Ruler
My commutes to work have transformed into exciting journeys thanks to this app. With ListenBook, I can effortlessly manage and organize my audiobook library. This app's ease of use has made my long drives educational and enjoyable. The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook collection.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience